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Could this be another lifer from this weekend?

Started by Carolina, Jun 25 2012 02:54 AM

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#1 Carolina

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Posted 25 June 2012 - 02:54 AM

These three photos were taken on yesterday (6/23/12) at Bear Island WMA in Colleton County SC.

Thought that I had finally spotted my much sought after Roseate Spoonbill when this bird was seen far across the pond. It looked very pinkish. Could tell that the bill & the color was not right when it finally flew closer. It did not look like anything that I had seen so far so just grabbed a couple of shots so that I could try to ID later. The bird was hanging out very near but not with the Roseate Spoonbills when I did spot them around 8:30pm.

Is it what I think it is or am I way off base? My hopefully right ID is below.

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This one is for size comparison to the Black-necked Stilt that is also in the photo

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#2 psweet

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Posted 25 June 2012 - 02:57 AM

Yes, it is. Nice find.

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#3 fisherman1313

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Posted 25 June 2012 - 02:59 AM

Judging by the pic in the Stokes guide I'd say you got it right.

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#4 TheBillyPilgrim

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Posted 25 June 2012 - 03:03 AM

You've got it! Great find...one of my favorite birds!

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